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Whether towing a cargo trailer, transporting a race car, or towing a camping trailer, properly balancing the load and preparing the trailer and tow vehicle are critical for safe driving. Placement of the load will determine the way the vehicle handles on the road. One of the main causes of trailer sway is not having a large enough percentage of trailer tongue weight compared to gross trailer weight: Tongue weight should be 10% to 15% of the overall trailer weight; although with a 5th wheel this could be as high as 25%. To suppress trailer sway, heavier cargo should be placed in the front of the trailer, ahead of the trailer’s axle. The cargo must also be centred left-to-right and firmly tied down to keep the load from shifting. Top heavy loads can cause problems not only in cornering but also under hard braking. Top heavy loads have a tendency to make the trailer “dive” thereby suddenly increasing tongue weight which will decrease front axle loading at a time when steering and braking are needed the most.
Top heavy items should be loaded first. This is important because these items need to be securely tied down. Tying them straight down is not secure enough: They need to be tied off at several angles or they could fall over with an abrupt change in speed or direction; and this is best accomplished when the trailer is empty. Whether it’s a conventional, fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailer, always adhere to the rule of thumb for loading the trailer: Load the front of the trailer first, placing 60 percent of the weight forward of the front axle, with the weight evenly distributed side to side. By way of example: a correctly loaded double axle 18′ car trailer with a wheelbase of 146″ and a gross trailer weight of 2,200 pounds would have a tongue weight of approximately 300 pounds. It’s obvious that this 300 pounds will cause the rear of the tow-vehicle to squat. Not only will this condition reduce the exit angle and rear ground clearance but the front end of the vehicle will also be lightened, causing the front tires to have less contact with the road thereby impairing steering, braking and stability.
By properly distributing weight to all four tires, Air Lift air spring kits (also called air bags) will level and stabilize the vehicle when pulling or carrying a heavy load, thus restoring the vehicle’s balance at the same time as: While stiffer steel springs may be considered, they are a trade off: Compromising ride comfort for load hauling capacity. Air Lift adjustable air spring kits on the other hand allow infinite suspension adjustment to cope with any load or road condition. Simply add air when towing or hauling heavy loads and then release the air for a softer ride when unloaded. This is accomplished by attaching an air line to each spring, allowing inflation or deflation through a Schrader valve. Most air springs are fully adjustable from 5 to 100 PSI and for optimal convenience an Air Lift on-board air compressor system can be installed. This allows for inflation or deflation from inside or outside the vehicle at the touch of a button. Fitted to the existing suspension, installation is fast and simple and in most applications requires no drilling into the vehicle’s frame.
For leaf spring vehicles, the adjustable air springs mount on top of the axles or leaf springs, and for vehicles with coil springs, the air springs easily fit inside the coils. Before setting off on a journey, it’s important to always ensure the laden trailer and tow vehicle never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the Gross Axle Weight Rating.The Best Aluminum Trailers Available Durable trailers from Aluma are lightweight and maintenance free. Choose from utility trailers, aluminum ATV trailers, car, motorcycle and snowmobile trailers, car haulers, enclosed trailers, watercraft trailers, truck beds, and even aluminum picnic tables. Special features on many makes and models make Aluma trailers a great investment. Plus the 5-year warranty on select products can't be beat. Get on the road to adventure quickly and dependably with an Aluma trailer! Since 1992, Aluma has been making quality aluminum trailers to meet your every need. Our core values of safety, efficiency and durability go into every trailer we design and manufacture.
Check out the video to see for yourself. "Aluma Trailers are built to last! We haul all of our hunting and fishing gear on the worst roads. They have stood up to the abuse and still look brand new! These trailers are reliable!” - Babe Winkelman As Seen on TV At Aluma, we’re in it for the long haul. Our trailers are made from durable rust free aluminum that guarantees long lasting quality. We’ve got a wide variety to fill every hauling need, because at Aluma, every trip and every load is valued. At Aluma, we take pride in our exclusive 5-year warranty and exceptional customer service. We do whatever we can to keep you, the customer, pleased with your purchase. We are confident that our trailers will meet your high standards. If at any time you find you have trouble with your trailer, please feel free to contact your local dealer or our service department at the factory. We will get you back on the road as quickly as possible. Sheffield Financial is offering trailer retail financing!